Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

This slow cooker chicken tacos recipe is the perfect set-it-and-forget-it dinner. 

How to Make Chicken Tacos In the Slow Cooker

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Ingredients

These are the three simple ingredients you’ll need to make these slow cooker chicken tacos: 

• Broth: Start with a cup of chicken broth (store-bought or homemade). 
• Taco seasoning: Use store-bought taco seasoning or make your own at home. 
• Chicken: A pound of skinless, boneless chicken breasts should make eight servings. 

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make slow cooker chicken tacos: Season the chicken, place it in a slow cooker, and pour the broth over the chicken. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours, then shred the chicken before serving. 

How to Assemble Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Spoon into warmed corn tortillas. Garnish with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions, if desired. 

What to Serve With Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Explore our collection of Mexican Side Dishes for delicious serving inspiration. Here are a few of the top-rated recipes you’ll find: 

• Mexican Rice
• Quick and Easy Refried Beans
• Mexican Corn on the Cob (Elote)

How to Store Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If you need to keep it longer, you can freeze the chicken for up to three months. 

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“Very flavorful,” says sunflower5361. “I served it on romaine lettuce leaves topped with chopped onion, cilantro , chopped tomato and a dollop of Greek yogurt.”

“Quick and easy recipe,” according to blueberrylemon. “I used an entire packet of taco seasoning and added a jar of salsa for some extra flavor.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams